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- Photograph of a few groups of people sitting on towels while talking and sunbathing at the beach. There is a rusty barrel located behind the group at the forefront of the photograph and young men can be seen running near the dunegrass in the background. Circa summer 1966
- Date Created:
- 1966-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
- Collection:
- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Postcard of 'Round the Corner Ice Cream Shoppe in Saugatuck, Michigan. There is a large tree in the left side of the frame and two individuals sitting on a pink bench in front of the shop. The side of the building has "Round the Corner Ice Cream Shoppe" in big black lettering. The back of the postcard has the writing: "Bill & Joyce Jann. 616-857-8851 Rooms & Apts. $20.00 couple." In the bottom left hand corner the date October 1980 is written.
- Date Created:
- 1980-10-01T00:00:00Z
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- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Black and white photograph of a man in a white t-shirt leaning over and staring intently at what is in front of him. He has short cropped hair and a beard and appears to be working in a workshop. The handwriting on the back of the picture is barely legible but says "Weaving, Ralph [illegible] 321 Milwaukee." Based on this description, he appears to be working at a loom and potentially in a weaving course at Oxbow. Additionally, underneath the handwriting there is a stamp which reads: "Saugatuck-Douglas Chamber of Commerce, Saugatuck, Michigan." In the bottom left-hand side there is a stamp which reads: "Joe Armstrong, Allegen, Michigan."
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- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- A page from the weekly Red Barn News, which includes articles on several of the shows that were to be performed during the ninth season, an announcement of tryouts and the Theatre's new leading man, a poster contest, and the opening of the Puppet Grove. Duplicate of Program-130.
- Date Created:
- 1965-01-01T00:00:00Z
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- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Black and white photograph of a tractor snow plow and large truck being used to hold excess snow that is being cleared off of the street in a wooded area.
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- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- A letter to the editor published in The Commercial Record titled "Sleep-Out for County Homeless to be Here at Red Barn This Year." It asks the editor to join the sleep-out, which raises awareness and funds for local homelessness. It also lists that the project's goal is to raise more than $5,000.
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- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- A red-tinted photograph of the Red Barn Theatre.
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- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Postcard of 'Round the Corner Ice Cream Shoppe in Saugatuck, Michigan. There is a large tree in the left side of the frame and two individuals sitting on a pink bench in front of the shop. The side of the building has "Round the Corner Ice Cream Shoppe" in big black lettering. The back of the photograph is addressed to Jerri Lea Walsh at 22608 Victory Blvd. Woodland Hills, California 91367, however, the message on the postcard reads: "Hi sweetie, it was wonderful, we did our share of eating all those flavors - but the weather was bad - rain Fri-Sat & Sunday. The steak fingers were just as good as last spring. Your business cards are attractive. Love, A. K. [illegible]."
- Date Created:
- 1977-01-01T00:00:00Z
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- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Black and white photograph of a group of five women standing with their arms around one another and smiling at the camera. with houses and trees in the background.
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- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- A black and white photo of nine women and a man who pose in front of a set that reads "La Cage." They are all wearing costmes and two are seated with their toes pointed in front of the others. The back of "La Cage," which lists the cast from left to right.
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- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Black and white postcard of West Shore Golf Links in Douglas, Michigan. The postcard depicts the first tee of a golf game and has many individuals on the course. The back of the postcard has no handwriting on it other than the note "1st Tee 1952."
- Date Created:
- 1952-01-01T00:00:00Z
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- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Black and white photograph of a man sitting in his boat, tied in between two posts, with his back to the camera. He appears to be fishing in Lake Kalamazoo and another boat can be seen in the distance. The description on the back of the photograph reads "Fishing for walleye" and the second line is illegible. The back also features two stamped inscriptions which read: "Saugatuck-Douglas Chamber of Commerce, Saugatuck, Michigan." In the bottom left-hand side there is a stamp which reads: "Joe Armstrong, Allegen, Michigan."
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- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- A wide photo of where the water meets land. Several feet from the shore and running parallel to it is a long wave breaker.
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- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- A black and white photo of a scene being performed. There are three women in striped dresses who are talking to a man. Another woman in a black dress stands away from them and looks toward the parasol she holds in the air.
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- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Tomahawk was the student newspaper of Sagutuck High School. It contains editorials, stories, poems, and information about extracurricular clubs and events.
- Date Created:
- 1972-03-30T00:00:00Z
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- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Photograph of a crowded Lake Michigan beach as seen from a distance. The foreground features sand fencing in front of a gathering crowd of beachgoers and boats in the background. Circa summer 1966
- Date Created:
- 1966-01-01T00:00:00Z
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- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
- Collection:
- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Tomahawk was the student newspaper of Sagutuck High School. It contains editorials, stories, poems, and information about extracurricular clubs and events.
- Date Created:
- 1970-02-20T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- A photo of two women who are crimping apple pie shells at a large table. There are three large shelving units behind them, which are all filled of more pie shells. The caption reads: "Again you see the home made touch by women in our Bakery."
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- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- A photo of a man operating a large commercial oven. The caption reads "This latest type of rotating, gas heated oven holds 240 pies, employs the latest feature of top and bottom heat control."
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- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Photograph of a trio of young adults having a conversation outside Coral Gables in downtown Saugatuck. They appear to be college students as one of them is wearing a WMU sweatshirt and they are surrounding a parked convertible. The handwriting on the back of the photograph is partially illegible, listing "Saugatuck, Colleen James, Dick's friend, Dick Fosdick."
- Date Created:
- 1966-09-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- A brochure for the Saugatuck-Douglas Museum 2010 Exhibition, "A Place Called Ox-Bow." The brochure describes the exhibit and also gives the location, admission cost and dates of the exhibition.
- Date Created:
- 2010-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Playbill for the Red Barn Theatre's production of The Sound of Music. On the back is an announcement for the following production of My Fair Lady.
- Date Created:
- 1964-08-21T00:00:00Z
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- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Schedule program for the 1965 season of the Red Barn Theatre, including cast and crew biographies, advertisements, and list of patrons.
- Date Created:
- 1965-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
- Collection:
- Stories of Summer (project)
- Notes:
- Tomahawk was the student newspaper of Sagutuck High School. It contains editorials, stories, poems, and information about extracurricular clubs and events.
- Date Created:
- 1972-02-11T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- A photo of a performer in a costume from the Red Barn Theatre's performance of The Mikado. It is captioned: "The Gilber and Sullivan operetta, 'The Mikado', will be presented Saturday, July 4 at the Red Barn Theatre of Saugatuck. Performed by the manhattan Savoyards of New York, The Mikado is the story of Ko Ko, a cheap tailor condemned to death for flirting, then raised to the exalted rank of Lord HIgh Executioner by remarkable circumstance."
- Date Created:
- 1984-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- An article that gives an exemplary review of the Red Barn Theatre's production of My Fair Lady.
- Date Created:
- 1964-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Tomahawk was the student newspaper of Sagutuck High School. It contains editorials, stories, poems, and information about extracurricular clubs and events.
- Date Created:
- 1972-05-19T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Black and white photograph featuring a wide shot of a few cabins, which are largely obscured by the trees. There are a few cars visible between the trees. The back of the photograph has a purple Post-it note which says "late 40 uncles cabins." Circa the late 1940s
- Date Created:
- 1940-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Black and white photograph of a group of men painting outside as part of the Oxbow Club. It appears to be a warm and sunny summer's day as they are all wearing hats and one of the men in the foreground has his shirt tied around his waist. There is writing on the back of the picture but it is too faint to be legible. Underneath the faint writing there is a stamp which reads: "Chamber of Commerce, Saugatuck, Douglas." In the bottom left-hand side there is a stamp which reads: "Joe Armstrong, Allegen, Michigan."
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- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- A black and white photo of the pie pan washer, which is being operated by two women i white dresses. The caption reads: "Designed by Lloyd J. Harriss and built to his specifications this machine does the most thoorough washing and sterillizing job that has ever been introduced in the pie industry." It goes on to explain the way in which the machine works.
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Advertisement flier for the 2nd Annual Invitational Volleyball Tournament at The Dunes resort in Douglas, Michigan, which took place on June 12-13, 1982. The flier includes information about tournament registration as well as booking rooms for the weekend.
- Date Created:
- 1982-06-01T00:00:00Z
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- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Photograph of Peterson Mill located on Holland Street in Saugatuck, Michigan. The picture features the historic mill with a man standing to the left of the building and overlooking the pond. The sky is gray, there is snow on the ground, and the trees surrounding the building are barren.
- Date Created:
- 1967-04-01T00:00:00Z
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- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Postcard featuring the dining room within the Twin Gables Hotel in Saugatuck, Michigan. The tables shown are white and there is a small wooden bar located behind the tables. The back of the postcard is blank aside from the small typed description in the upper left hand corner which reads: "Twin Gables Hotel. Trophy Bar, 'Homelike Hospitality,' Saugatuck's Most Complete Resort. Located on Lake Kalamazoo, Michigan."
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- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Photograph featuring a group of men on the back of a boat while enjoying a sunny day on the Kalamazoo River in Saugatuck, Michigan. The second man on the left has a large video camera on his shoulder and appears to be filming. Only two individuals in the picture are making eye contact with the photographer while the others are enjoying the scenery.
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
- Collection:
- Stories of Summer (project)
- Notes:
- Tomahawk was the student newspaper of Sagutuck High School. It contains editorials, stories, poems, and information about extracurricular clubs and events.
- Date Created:
- 1971-12-23T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Photograph of "Old Mill Pond" surrounded by snow. The pond is the focal point of the photograph, with trees in the background that are barren and patches of snow on the ground. The description on the back of the photograph reads: "Wed. March, 22/67. Easter, Saugatuck. 'The Old MIll Pond' Jerry, Kelly."
- Date Created:
- 1967-03-22T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Plaintiff's Exhibit 3. A black and white shot of four buildings, including the Cook Boat House, located on the water that is taken from across the water. There are several boats docked or on the shore.
- Date Created:
- 1968-03-26T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- A scan of a playbill that lists the cast in order of appearance for the Red Barn Theatre's production of Enter Laughing.
- Date Created:
- 1964-06-29T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
- Collection:
- Stories of Summer (project)
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- A scan of a newspaper article titled "Yes, Robby Segal Has Come a Long Way Since 1967 in Saugatuck," written by David Nicolette. It explores the history of Robby Benson, who went from playing chorus roles at the Red Barn to starring in blockbuster films. There are also articles about new Michigan State University performance buildings and an upcoming Stratford Shakespeare Festival.
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Black and white photograph of a woman in a white dress and white hat sitting on the sand at what appears to be the summit of Mt. Baldhead in Saugatuck, Michigan. She is stylishly posed with a view overlooking the trees, the water, and the towns of Saugatuck-Douglas in the distance. Circa 1910.
- Date Created:
- 1910-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Advertisement flier for supporting the Dressel/Bullard Civil Rights Amendment Bill for Michigan, which is "against discrimination in employment and housing due to sexual preferences." Additionally there is information on contributions, a gourmet dinner at Sir Douglas, and a slip to contribute to the dinner and cocktail party.
- Date Created:
- 1983-10-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Black and white photograph of an elderly man walking on the pier with a bucket in hand. He appears to carefully walking across the ledge along the channel where the Kalamazoo River meets Lake Michigan. The handwriting on the back of the picture reads "Fisherman on pier" although the writing is faint. Additionally, underneath the handwriting there is a stamp which reads: "Saugatuck-Douglas Chamber of Commerce, Saugatuck, Michigan." In the bottom left-hand side there is a stamp which reads: "Joe Armstrong, Allegen, Michigan."
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Black and white photograph featuring two individuals standing outside of the Saugatuck Rest Area while taking a look at the Travel Service Directory and the Public Recreation Facilties information posters. A pay phone can also be seen outside the building. The ground if covered in snow and both individuals are wearing winter coats.
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- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Plaintiff's Exhibit 2. A hand-drawn map labeled The Village of Saugatuck, Mich., 1907. The map depicts both several city blocks and the water, where there are multiple kinds of boats on the water. On the back "#4" has been written in the top right corner.
- Date Created:
- 1968-03-26T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Advertisement flier featuring the All-Star Jazz Combo playing at The Blue Tempo "House of Music" in Saugatuck, Michigan. The flier reads: "6 nights weekly. Jazz sessions Saturday, Sunday 3 P.M. 'Till 9." Also listed are the members of the band and at the bottom it reads: "The Blue Tempo. 'House of Music' Saugatuck." It is known as being one of West Michigan's first gay bars and had its peak popularity, circa the 1960s.
- Date Created:
- 1960-01-01T00:00:00Z
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- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Legal action that the Coburn family took against the Kalamazoo Ferry Company. It provides background information about the case and the franchise agreement that led to the lawsuit.
- Date Created:
- 1967-06-20T00:00:00Z
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- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Color photograph featuring a row of identical looking cabins at Douglas Dunes Resort. The cabins are nestled among the trees and there is landscaping in front of various grasses and other plants.
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- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Series of four postcards celebrating the scenic locations of Saugatuck, Michigan. The postcard at the top reads "Big Pavilion and Yachts, Saugatuck, Mich." featuring the dance hall overlooking the water. The two postcards found in the middle feature Mt. Baldhead with views of the stairs and a bird's eye view of the treetops overlooking the Kalamazoo River. The bottom postcard features a colorful artist's palette and reads "Greetings from Saugatuck Mich." Circa 1955.
- Date Created:
- 1955-01-01T00:00:00Z
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- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Black and white photograph looking down the wooden staircase that leads to the summit of Mt. Baldhead. The handwriting is barely legible, but the top line says "Mt. Baldhead Stairs" and the line underneath is too faint to make out. The back of the photograph has two stamped inscriptions which read: "Saugatuck-Douglas Chamber of Commerce, Saugatuck, Michigan." In the bottom right-hand side there is a stamp which reads "Joe Armstrong, Allegen, Michigan."
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- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Advertisement flier featuring jazz musician, Ira Sullivan, playing at The Blue Tempo "House of Music" in Saugatuck, Michigan. The description reads: "Chosen out of America's Top Jazz Musicians to do the Charlie "Bird" Parker Memorial Record Album (Released soon). Ira has played with the best Jazz Musicians of our times. To mention a few: Art Blakey "Jazz Messengers," Stan Getz, "Charlie Parker, Sonny Stitt, Horce Silver, Oscar Pettiford, Joe Jones, Max Roach, Miles Davis, Roland Kirk, Count Basie, Louis Armstrong, and Many Many More." The flier is brown with age and the bottom highlights the different band members of the Blue Temp All Star Jazz Combo as well as dates for the music. Circa the 1960s.
- Date Created:
- 1960-01-01T00:00:00Z
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- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Black and white photograph of an eldely couple on the occasion of their 50th Wedding Anniversary. They are wearing glasses, nice clothing, and smiles for the studio portrait. The back of the photograph reads: "Otto + Edith's 50th Wedding Anniversary."
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- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Playbill for the Red Barn Theatre's production of Enter Lauging. On the back is an announcement for the following production of Take Her, She's Mine.
- Date Created:
- 1964-07-29T00:00:00Z
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- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- An aerial shot of buildings and boats along the Kalamazoo River waterfront. The photograph is in black and white and framed by the neighboring trees. The back of the photograph has two stamped inscriptions which read: "Saugatuck-Douglas Chamber of Commerce, Saugatuck, Michigan." In the bottom right-hand side there is a stamp which reads: "Joe Armstrong, Allegen, Michigan."
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- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Publication from Douglas Dunes resort titled "Michigan's Escape" dated May 7, 1982 and labeled Volume 1, Issue Number 6. It features the front and back cover pages which include advertising for the first annual beach party, Mr. Legs contest, and a photo of the Douglas Dunes co-owners, Larry Gammons and Carl Jennings.
- Date Created:
- 1982-05-07T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
- Notes:
- Tomahawk was the student newspaper of Sagutuck High School. It contains editorials, stories, poems, and information about extracurricular clubs and events.
- Date Created:
- 1972-01-20T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Postcard featuring Coral Gables, Hotel Saugatuck, and The Old Crow Bar located in downtown Saugatuck, Michigan. The front of the postcard shows a busy street and nightlife, with the featured businesses lit up at night. The back of the postcard bares no handwriting but the description in the upper lefthand corner reads: "Coral Gables-Saugatuck, Michigan. Come by boat, bus or car but don't miss a visit to Coral Gables while vacationing at Saugatuck. This area offers a wide variety of activities and entertainment for your pleasure. 'Relax at Saugatuck.'"
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Photograph of Lake Michigan and its neighboring beach and sand dunes covered in snow. Sand fencing is seen cascading across the beach and dunegrass is sprouting above the snow.
- Date Created:
- 1967-04-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Photograph of a blond young man at Oval Beach in Saugatuck, Michigan. He is wearing sunglasses and striped swim trunks while lying down on a beach towel amongst other beachgoers. In the photo he is looking toward the camera with a half-smile.
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- A black and white scan of an open letter to Lloyd J. Harriss that includes both the image of a man and the letter itself. The letter, which has a header labled The Aluminum Cooking Utensil Co," expressed gratitude and pride that Lloyd J. Harriss attributed some of his success to the use of their utensils. It is signed by a W. C. White, the president of the company.
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Photograph of a solitary woman standing in front of the camera and smiling at the photographer. A white house and trees frame her from the background.
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- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Black and white photograph of a group of people painting outside among the trees and tall grass. There are individuals standing in the foreground and seated in the background while painting the young woman seated underneath a tree. This plein air painting class was likely a part of Oxbow School of Art.
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- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- A newspaper article titled "Next Act at Red Barn Theatre: Antique Dealers" that describes the transition of the Red Barn from a playhouse into an antique shop, following the most recent purchase of the building. It also includes a photo of a performance of Once Upon a Mattress, which was one of the last shows to be performed while the Red Barn was still a threatre.
- Date Created:
- 2003-10-28T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Photograph of an active beach featuring people sunbathing, swimming, and a large red container labeled "Paddleboards" in the midst of the excitement. The sky appears to be a dark blue-grey color making the lake and sky nearly indistinguishable. Circa summer 1966
- Date Created:
- 1966-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Photograph of two young people walking toward the 'Round the Corner Ice Cream Shoppe, located in Saugatuck, Michigan. The photo is taken from the sidewalk at a distance with the left side of the building and its hand-painted sign in view.
- Date Created:
- 1966-09-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- A back and white photo of a scene being performed. Two men and a woman who are dressed in all black pose with bowler hats in front of a sign that reads "Eagle Hall."
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- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- A page from the weekly Red Barn News, which includes a large article about the Theatre's membership drive. It also discusses the ten-week film festival the theatre was hosting, as well as an article about A Thousand Clowns, the show that opens the ninth season for the theatre. Duplicate of Program-129.
- Date Created:
- 1965-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- A photo of a large commerical oven with the phrase "Universal Oven Company, Inc. New York" engraved in the metal. The oven is completely filled with apple pies.
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Newspaper clipping from the Press State Page with picture of the Saugatuck Sea Scouts standing on the stairs up Mt. Baldhead, as well as articles on local changes, surrounding the school, signs being replaced, and driver reform. December 18, 1957
- Date Created:
- 1957-12-18T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Informational flier for potential guests of the Douglas Dunes resort located just minutes from Lake Michigan in Douglas, Michigan. The letter describes the different amenities offered at Douglas Dunes including an outdoor heated swimming pool, poolside sandwich and bar service, boat rentals, and dining at Sir Douglas. It also describes the area activities for guests and the 1981-1982 Fall and Winter rates.
- Date Created:
- 1981-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
- Collection:
- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Two interior pages of Cruise entertainment publication featuring a "Cruisin' the Bookstore" book review and advertisements for historic LGBTQ bar and nightclubs. The publication features black, white, and bright yellow lettering. The left side of the pamphlet features a horizontal ad which reads: "December is Party Month. Backstreet, 15606 Joy Road, Detroit, 272-8959. 'After Hours' Every Saturday 'Til 5 A.M." The right side features an article entitled "Cruisin' the Bookstore" and a review of the book "Springwood" by Larry Parr. At the bottom of the page is an ad for a dance club called The Parsonage in Detroit.
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- A black and white photo of four large tanks, which hold flour and sugar.
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- A photo of the water with hills in the background. On the right side of the image, there is what appears to be a wave breaker.
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Plaintiff's Exhibit 30. A black and white photo of the Saugatuck Boat Livery. Three men stand in front of the building. They are surrounded by many kayaks and canoes. On the back, "#8" is handwritten in the top right corner.
- Date Created:
- 1968-03-26T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- A newspaper article written by Shandra Martinez titled "Brewery Planned for Red Barn Theater." It explores the recent purchase of the theatre and its transformation into Guardian Brewing Company. It depicts the plans for the restaraunt and brewery and includes quotes from the new owner of the building, Kim Collins.
- Date Created:
- 2010-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
- Collection:
- Stories of Summer (project)
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- A full color advertisement for Lloyd J. Harriss Pies that depicts several marketing signs for the business. The advertising reads: "The most beautiful, attractive sales increasing signs that have ever been created for any pie company, are yours for the asking. Wire racks, pie markers, pie cases, are all a part of our service to you."
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- A three panel pamphlet that describes the operas, The Mikado, Patience and H.M.S. Pinafore, which would be performed during the Gilbert & Sulivan Festival of Western Michigan. It also includes a calendar of events and information on how to purchase tickets.
- Date Created:
- 1981-01-01T00:00:00Z
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- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Photograph of two young woman sitting on the beach and surrounded by sunbathers at Oval Beach in Saugatuck, Michigan.
- Date Created:
- 1967-07-04T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
- Collection:
- Stories of Summer (project)
- Notes:
- Tomahawk was the student newspaper of Sagutuck High School. It contains editorials, stories, poems, and information about extracurricular clubs and events.
- Date Created:
- 1970-04-24T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
- Collection:
- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Black and white photograph of the Saugatuck Rest Area as seen from a distance on a winter's day. The building is located in a wooded area with an empty parking lot in the background.
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
- Collection:
- Stories of Summer (project)
- Notes:
- Black and white interior pages of Cruise entertainment publication featuring horoscopes entitled "Cruisin' the Stars" as well as an advertisement for the First Annual Christmas party at Douglas Dunes Resort. The party has a listing for a benefit show and a Miss Gay USA pageant. The date of the party is December 12th and the bottom line reads: "Make reservations now for a wild New Year's Eve Party."
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
- Collection:
- Stories of Summer (project)
- Notes:
- Tomahawk was the student newspaper of Sagutuck High School. It contains editorials, stories, poems, and information about extracurricular clubs and events.
- Date Created:
- 1970-03-13T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
- Collection:
- Stories of Summer (project)
- Notes:
- Advertisement flier featuring the All-Star "Jazz Festival" held at The Blue Tempo club in Saugatuck, Michigan. The flier is a more simplified version which is advertising Ira Sullivan's performance at The Blue Tempo club on September 22. Circa the 1960s.
- Date Created:
- 1960-01-01T00:00:00Z
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- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
- Collection:
- Stories of Summer (project)
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- A black and white photo of a scene being performed. Three women in striped dresses lean or crouch around a stern looking man in a suit. Another woman who holds a parsol looks and points to the right of the stage.
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- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- A black and white photo of two women and two men. The men sit and the women appear to be talking to each other. There is some distortion along the edges of the photo. The back of "Looking Back." It lists those depicted in the photo, as well as a note that the photo was "found in our cottage in yellow nightstand."
- Date Created:
- 1982-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
- Collection:
- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Black and white photo postcard of Newnham's, a bed and breakfast located in Saugatuck, Michigan. There are three trees in the front yard and the word "Newnham's" appears in the bottom right hand corner. The writing on the post card says: "1947. 131 Griffith St. Saugatuck, Michigan."
- Date Created:
- 1947-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Photograph of a crowded beach next to a large dune covered in beachgrass. The handwriting on the photograph mentions it's Memorial Day.
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- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
- Collection:
- Stories of Summer (project)
- Notes:
- Color photograph featuring a row of parked cars in front of the outdoor pool at the Dunes Resort in Douglas, Michigan. The pool and resort is nestled among the trees and landscaped greenery.
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- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
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- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Postcard of Lake Kalamazoo and the vibrant lakeside community of Saugatuck, Michigan. The front of the postcard depicts many different boats on Lake Kalamazoo as the day turns to night and lights are shining on the water. Coral Gables and the village's active dockside community can be seen in the distance. The back of the postcard bares no handwriting but the description in the upper lefthand corner reads: "Saugatuck, Michigan. As evening nears, the lights of Saugatuck sparkle and dance across the waters of Lake Kalamazoo. Saugatuck offers a wide variety of activities and entertainment for your vacation pleasure. 'Relax at Saugatuck.'"
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
- Collection:
- Stories of Summer (project)
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- A black and white image of two men. The one closest to the camera sits and has a bottle in his hand. The man in the back stands with a cigarrette in his mouth. A sign in the top right corner appears to read Toadville, and there is a gun hanging under it.
- Date Created:
- 1962-07-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
- Collection:
- Stories of Summer (project)
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- A full-color image of the variety of fruits that go into Lloyd J. Harriss pies, which includes apples, peaches, raspberrys, strawberrys and bananas. The caption subtext reads: "Note 32% Cream, fresh butter, large fresh peaches, Willow Twig apples, cherries, blueberries, youngberries, strawberrys, raspberries and the finest quality bananas, lemons and coconuts. We pride ourselves on buying the highest quality of merchandise obtainable."
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
- Collection:
- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Playbill for the Red Barn Theatre's production of Night of the Iguana. On the back is information about the following production, The Moon is Blue.
- Date Created:
- 1964-08-24T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
- Collection:
- Stories of Summer (project)
- Notes:
- Tomahawk was the student newspaper of Sagutuck High School. It contains editorials, stories, poems, and information about extracurricular clubs and events.
- Date Created:
- 1969-12-19T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
- Collection:
- Stories of Summer (project)
- Notes:
- Postcard of Saugatuck, Michigan featuring the Big Pavilion dance hall along the waterfront and boats in the harbor. The postcard is brightly colored and appears to be an illustrated backside view, as it features a blank area for a stamp and address. The description at the bottom reads: "Big Pavilion and Yachts." Circa 1955.
- Date Created:
- 1955-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
- Collection:
- Stories of Summer (project)
- Notes:
- Program for Red Barn Theatre's production of My Fair Lady that lists characters in order of appearance. Program includes a synopsis of scenes for My Fair Lady. It also includes a revised schedule and an announcement of what show is coming next.
- Date Created:
- 1964-08-11T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
- Collection:
- Stories of Summer (project)
- Notes:
- A black and white photo of a scene being performed at a diner table. A man in a suit points at a woman in a dress, who looks distressed.
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
- Collection:
- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Photograph featuring groups of young people sunbathing on the beach and having conversations among the dunes. The inscription on the back reads "Saugatuck, 4th of July '66 Weekend, Me, Colleen James, Dick Fosdick, Marietta, Dick's friend." Circa Fourth of July weekend 1966
- Date Created:
- 1966-07-04T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
- Collection:
- Stories of Summer (project)
- Notes:
- Postcard featuring an incomplete scan of Peterson Mill located in Saugatuck, Michigan. The postcard depicts a dark brown mill in the midst of a forest, there is a small boy in red in the right hand corner of the photograph. There is no handwriting on the back of the postcard, however the typed description in the upper lefthand corner reads: "Picturesque Grist Mill at Saugatuck, Michigan. Well known as a summer resort and art center, Saugatuck offers ample accomodations and entertainment for your vacation pleasure."
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
- Collection:
- Stories of Summer (project)
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- Black and white photograph of the Pine Crest Inn of Saugatuck, Michigan. The description underneath the picture reads: "Motel and Restaraunt." The Inn itself is slightly difficult to make out due to the grainy quality of the photograph and the surrounding trees.
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
- Collection:
- Stories of Summer (project)
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- A black and white photo of the theater group, the Oxbows, from Wayne State University. There are ten individuals depicted, all in various costumes. One holds a baby.
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
- Collection:
- Stories of Summer (project)
- Notes:
- Tomahawk was the student newspaper of Sagutuck High School. It contains editorials, stories, poems, and information about extracurricular clubs and events.
- Date Created:
- 1970-02-06T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
- Collection:
- Stories of Summer (project)